The KC Underground Podcast

Cynthia Anderson, a global catalyst for disciple-making, discusses the importance of one-on-one mentoring relationships in urban movements. She explores the differences between city and rural environments, emphasizing the impact of multiculturalism. Anderson also highlights the multiplier's mindset and its role in discipleship, showcasing the 17 shifts in thinking outlined in her book.

Michael Sherwin, primary driver behind the study of global movements, explores the shift from one-on-one disciple-making to group disciple making. They discuss the individualistic paradigm of discipleship, the importance of investing in one-on-one relationships for developing leaders, and the significance of mentoring in today's society.

The podcast explores the strategy of investing one-on-one in disciple-making relationships that multiply. They discuss the tension between individual relationships and reaching groups, alternative approaches to disciple making, the importance of one-on-one relationships in cities, and practical tips for intentional investment.

Lee Wood, a global disciple-making catalyst, shares insights on long-term disciple making, characteristics of urban disciple-making movements, and the importance of qualitative discipleship over quantitative discipleship in movement-building. He also discusses the role of trauma healing in discipleship and the significance of long-term relationships and hub teams.

Cory and Brian interview Danielle Best, a disciple-making leader in New York City. In the previous episode, we began to explore the observation made by Two Four Eight that in urban movements, a potential strategy is to invest heavily, intentionally, and long-term into those they disciple. Danielle and her family have leaned into the realities and complexities of this observation in one of the world's largest cities. In this episode, we'll get her unique insight on disciple-making in the highly urban context.  "To be spiritual family, you actually have to go through some stuff together!" - Danielle Best

The podcast discusses the importance of long-term disciple-making in urban contexts, emphasizing intentional and heavy investment in those being disciples. It explores misconceptions about speed and highlights challenges and expectations. It also emphasizes investing time for multiplication through individual investment in microchurches and promoting coaching and networking opportunities for missionaries.

Today we wanted to invite you to consider financially partnering with the Kansas City Underground. This is not something that we have made a practice with this podcast, nor will we regularly do this into the future. We did want to take this moment, this year, to invite you to consider a one-time or recurring gift to the KC Underground on Giving Tuesday. Thanks for your continued support for the work we're doing to multiply disciples in this city and beyond. 

Rick Bush, leader engaging the broken, poor, and marginalized, discusses his experiences working with the homeless community, the power of God's plan in unexpected situations, repentance and reconciliation in marginalized communities, and tips for starting a street church. The importance of consistency and having a Gospel presence in the homeless community is emphasized.

Chris Conrad, a key leader in Share the Hope, shares his perspective on engaging with the broken, marginalized, and poor. They discuss starting movements in urban areas, witnessing miracles and selfless acts, lessons learned while working with the homeless, cultivating empathy and serving the marginalized, and the transformation and pursuit of Jesus in ministry.

The podcast discusses the significance of disciple-making movements in urban contexts, focusing on the importance of starting with the broken, poor, and marginalized. They highlight Jesus' example of prioritizing the marginalized, emphasize the need to avoid labeling people, and explore the transformative work happening among marginalized groups in Kansas City.